Head of Credit Risk IT

ICBC Standard Bank; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ICBC Standard Bank seeks a Head of Credit Risk IT in London to lead technology solutions for credit risk management. Responsibilities include managing credit risk models, strategic planning, and ensuring data integrity while fostering a culture of innovation. Join a diverse team and benefit from competitive pay and extensive support programs.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension contribution 10%

6 months fully paid maternity leave

Private medical insurance

Family care assistance

Paid volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in financial services.
• Experience in developing and implementing credit risk models.
• Experience in managing large-scale IT projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and implementation of credit risk models and systems.
• Integrate advanced analytics and machine learning techniques.
• Manage the Credit Risk IT budget.

Skills

Credit risk management with a focus on IT solutions

Proficiency in advanced analytics and data management technologies

Ability to lead and manage high-performing teams

Experience in strategic planning and execution

Education

CFA certification

FRM certification

PRM certification

PMP certification

ITIL certification

Tools

FIS Adaptiv

Murex

Java

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The Head of Credit Risk IT leads the development, implementation, and management of technology solutions for credit risk management. This role oversees credit risk models, ensures data integrity, and provides strategic direction to enhance credit risk processes. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, compliance with regulations, and driving innovation are key aspects of this role.

What you'll be doing

• Oversee the design and implementation of credit risk models and systems.
• Integrate advanced analytics and machine learning techniques.
• Develop and execute the Credit Risk IT technology strategy.
• Provide visionary leadership and foster a culture of innovation.
• Manage the Credit Risk IT budget.
• Oversee vendor relationships and contracts.

What you'll need to be successful

We're looking for the following skills and experience. If you don't have all of these but think you could be a good fit for the role, get in touch.

• Credit risk management with a focus on IT solutions.
• CFA, FRM, PRM, PMP, ITIL certifications are advantageous.
• Proven senior leadership experience in financial services.
• Experience in developing and implementing credit risk models preferably using FIS Adaptiv or Murex.
• Proficiency in advanced analytics and data management technologies preferably using Java
• Ability to lead and manage high-performing teams.
• Experience in strategic planning and execution.
• Experience in managing large-scale IT projects.

Why should you join us?

ICBC Standard Bank Plc (ICBCS) is a leading financial markets and commodities bank, driven to deliver the right outcomes for our stakeholders, clients, counterparties and markets. We benefit from a unique Chinese and African parentage and an unrivalled global network and expertise. We're headquartered in London, with operations in Shanghai, Singapore and New York.

We're a diverse and close-knit global team. We put people first, giving talented, self-driven professionals the flexibility, rewards and freedom to grow their expertise and realise their potential.

Our vison statement, "Be Yourself, Succeed Together" underpins our drive for an open and transparent culture which values difference, enabling everyone to thrive whilst being themselves. We have an active E, D&I forum and we're growing other employee network groups, including for women and neurodiversity.

We're committed to the principle of equal opportunities. All applicants will be treated equally and will be considered on their merits and skills without discrimination.

What's in it for you?

• Financial market-based pay based on skills and experience, discretionary annual bonus, pension contribution 10% (employee contribution 5%), travel insurance, life assurance and income replacement insurance.
• Hybrid working the option to work remotely up to two days per week, depending on the role.
• Family - 6 months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced shared parental leave. Coaching for family leave returners and access to emergency care via My Family Care. Miscarriage and menopause policies.
• Wellbeing - private medical insurance, Bike2Work scheme, health and fitness subsidy, holiday exchange and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Community paid volunteering leave and Give As You Earn scheme. Vibrant CSR and engagement forums and fundraising for our charity partners.
• Development a suite of opportunities to build the skills you need to excel in your role

If you're excited about becoming part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you!

ICBCS has appointed Robert Walters Outsourcing (RWO) to manage its recruitment process and Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Unsolicited CVs sent directly to ICBCS or its staff from non-PSL agencies will not be accepted and no fees will be paid for such submissions.

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Created on 29/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom